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Newspaper
Ontario Georgetown Herald
Location
Georgetown, Ontario, Canada
Date
Jun 23, 1926
Page
5
Community notices list garden parties at Georgetown Norval and Glen Williams in late June and July including Presbyterian and Union church events. A division court delay, local sales and a July 3 baseball game are noted along with a summer hat sale and a free I B S A lecture by George Brandford.
The M S of Mount Pleasant Unit 6a Church held its annual summer meeting at President Mrs John McMeekin's home with broad local turnout including Norval Home church Huttonville Cheltenham and Brampton. A barn dance at Glen Williams hosted by 1 TB 399 with music led by J Cain and 50c a couple admission. An auction sale by Sidney Mountain will liquidate farm stock and implements at Esquesing on June 28 with no reserve. Governor General Lord Willingdon named to succeed Lord Byng and nearing London after missions in China. Induction of Rev Henry Dickie D D to United Church in Guelph Presbytery set for June 29 with speeches and social hour.
A largely attended Young People’s League gathering in Georgetown featured Mr Caldwell speaking on Christian Life and urging youth to follow the Bible and serve others. The program included songs and instrumental music with several Misses taking part, and the Cald wells were presented with addresses and gifts as they prepare to leave town.
The former baking business by Mr. H Hamilton in Georgetown announces disposal and thanks patrons for past support. The store on Main Street will continue under Hamilton's ownership with bread, pastry, groceries, confectionery, and ice cream. Hamilton brings 18 years of Georgetown residency and promises reliable wholesome products as before.
The Boston Pres byterian Church in Esquesing marked its 106th anniversary with full pews and visitors from afar. Rev Dr Wallis of Oakville preached two sermons while Maple Leaf Quartette from Galt provided music and Mrs Wilfred MacDonall played the organ. A garden party followed with Mabel Man Jey Pickard Albert David Percy David Lottie Fletcher and others performing as rain reduced attendance but not enjoyment.
St George's Church lists Sunday services including Holy Communion at 8 a.m. Matins and sermon by Rev. Sawyer of Acton at 11 a.m. Evensong with sermon by Rector Rev. PF H Wase at 7 p.m. Also notes next Sunday sermons by Rev. Caldwell on Final Perseverance and Rev. Dickie on The Obligations of the Haves to the Have-nots. Baptist Church announces June 27 service at 11 a.m. The Great Sacrifice and 7 p.m. The Faith that Saves, the Confession that Follows.
Mrs pDeo Meath visits Ningiane Falls while Mr Will Hertap from Toronto spends a weekend in town. Several Toronto and St Catharines residents are visiting friends here and in nearby towns. The remains of Sarah Benham are buried in Greenwoods Cemetery. Members of Wellington Lodge No 291 assist in dedicating lodge rooms. J M Moon and Aileen Moore attend the Canadian Weekly Newspaper Association meeting in Quebec City followed by a St Lawrence trip.
Lady bowlers from Brampton hosted a visiting team with two rinks led by Mrs. Dale and Mita Harrison. Both Brampton rinks won their games, followed by a lunch and social hour.
Georgetown traveled to Guelph to face the unbeaten McArthurs after a prior Reservoir Park draw. Despite missing key players H Smith and Henderson, Georgetown equalized twice through J Murphy and A Mackintosh, but McArthur also netted twice, leaving the match 2 2 as final.
Council proceedings discuss the first siting of the Coat of Revision at Medlock and authorize corrections to the 1926 Assessment Roll. Minutes note adjournment, various approved payments, and a contract with the Hydro Electric Commission for electric light in municipal buildings. The session adjourns to July 19 at 1 30 pm.
The Ashgrove USF.Q. and U.F.W. clubs held their annual picnic at Huttonville Park on Saturday June 1. The day was favorable and large attendance helped by Institute and Improvement Clubs. After a sumptuous dinner, sports and boating provided prizes and recreation for all, ending with a satisfied return home.
A Garden Party under St. Albans Church Glenwilliams will be held at Mrs 8 Beaumonts home on Thursday June 24. A first class program by Percy David comedian Toronto Martha Hogg pianist Toronto with local talent. Georgetown Band will attend. Afternoon tea on the lawn 4 to 6. Homemade baking and fancy work for sale. Refreshment booth on grounds. Evening admission Adults 35 cents children 20 cents.
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